Are you new to the parish? Please sit wherever you would like! All are welcome at God’s Altar – either to receive Communion or to receive a blessing. There are toys and books available for children. We would like you to feel welcomed.

As well as non-perishable food the Bedford Food Bank are currently particularly in need of tinned sponge puddings, biscuits, multi-purpose cleaning spray and washing powder. Last month they helped 435 people, 163 of these were children. Thank you Ann Morrish.

All Saints Church are offering Full Afternoon Teas with Guided Tours of the church by arrangement for £7.95 per head, in aid of church funds. Minimum group size 10. Frances Leonard (852480) francesmleonard@gmail.com. Also Janet Fardell (855158) martinandjanet1@btinternet.com

All Saints Natter Club: Thurs 18 Aug from 2-5pm in All Saints Church Hall, Kempston. All are welcome for drinks, cakes and a natter. Entry £1 for refreshments, plus £1 for raffle ticket. Guest speaker is Sheila Phillips with her dog Chester from charity Canine Partners All welcome. Vikki Clarke (843669)

www.toilettwinning.org – why not sponsor a toilet in an impoverished third world situation? The framed certificate (maybe hung in your w/c) will generate lively discussions with your friends. John Richards